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accuse vs slander

slander vs accuse

accuse is not a noun while slander is a noun.

accuse and slander both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
accuse No No Yes No
slander Yes No Yes No
As verbs, slander is a hyponym of accuse; that is, slander is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than accuse:
  • accuse: blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against
  • slander: charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone
accuse (noun) slander (noun)
an abusive attack on a person's character or good name
words falsely spoken that damage the reputation of another
accuse (verb) slander (verb)
bring an accusation against; level a charge against charge falsely or with malicious intent; attack the good name and reputation of someone
blame for, make a claim of wrongdoing or misbehavior against
Difference between accuse and slander

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